Tuition Fee
AUD 40,050
Per year
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Paramedic Science | Paramedicine | Emergency Medical Services
Area of study
Health
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
AUD 40,050
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-28 | - |
| 2024-07-29 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
This three-year paramedicine program equips students with the knowledge and skills to provide high-quality emergency medical care in diverse settings. Through a combination of theoretical and practical coursework, students develop expertise in anatomy, physiology, trauma management, medical emergencies, and prehospital care. Graduates are prepared for careers as paramedics in various roles, including critical care, community, industrial, and retrieval paramedicine.
Program Outline
Outline:
Year 1 - Semester 1
- PST1107 Perspectives in Paramedic Professional Practice (15 credit points)
- PST1201 Lifespan Development for Paramedics (15 credit points)
- MHS1101 Anatomy and Physiology 1 (15 credit points)
- PSP1236 Paramedic Clinical Placements 1 (15 credit points)
Year 1 - Semester 2
- PST1106 Emergency Mental Health Response (15 credit points)
- MHS1102 Anatomy and Physiology 2 (15 credit points)
- PSP1108 Clinical Skills for Paramedical Practice 1 (15 credit points)
- SCH1101 Society, Culture, and Health (15 credit points)
Year 2 - Semester 1
- PST2102 Trauma Studies for Paramedics (15 credit points)
- PSP2338 Paramedic Clinical Placements 2 (15 credit points)
- PST2235 Medical Studies for Paramedics 1 (15 credit points)
- PSP2103 Clinical Skills for Paramedical Practice 2 (15 credit points)
Year 2 - Semester 2
- PST2210 Medical Studies for Paramedics 2 (15 credit points)
- SCH1105 Introduction to Pharmacology (15 credit points)
- PST2106 Prehospital Diagnostic Techniques (15 credit points)
- HST2122 Health Research Methodology (15 credit points)
Year 3 - Semester 1
- PSP3210 Paramedic Clinical Placements 3 (15 credit points)
- SCH2204 Prehospital Policy, Ethics and Legal Issues (15 credit points)
- PSP3101 Advanced Paramedical Practice 1 (15 credit points)
- PST3106 Paediatric Studies for Paramedics (15 credit points)
Year 3 - Semester 2
- PSP3103 Advanced Paramedical Practice 2 (15 credit points)
- PST3107 Obstetric Studies for Paramedics (15 credit points)
Careers:
This course prepares graduates to practice high-quality evidence-based paramedicine in a wide spectrum of health and cultural settings and to lead Australian and international paramedicine development.
Possible future job titles:
- Paramedic
- Critical Care Paramedic
- Community Paramedic
- Industrial Paramedic
- Ambulance Officer
- Intensive Care Paramedic
- Retrieval Paramedic
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About University
Edith Cowan University
Overview:
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a public university located in Western Australia. It is known for its commitment to providing a high-quality student experience and its focus on research and innovation. ECU is a relatively young institution, established in 1991, but has quickly gained a global reputation for its academic excellence.
Services Offered:
ECU offers a range of services to support students, including:
Future student events:
On-campus and online sessions to help students decide on their course of study.Scholarships:
A variety of scholarships are available for eligible applicants.My-Uni-Start:
A platform for students to respond to their offer and begin their ECU experience.Career support:
Ongoing career support and access to industry contacts for alumni.Student Life and Campus Experience:
ECU boasts a vibrant campus life and offers a range of student experiences. The university has been recognized for its overall student experience, ranking highly among Australian universities.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-quality teaching:
ECU is known for its high-quality teaching, as evidenced by its ranking in The Good Universities Guide.Global reputation:
Despite its young age, ECU has established a strong global reputation, ranking among the world's best universities under 50 years old.State-of-the-art facilities:
ECU is investing in new facilities, including the upcoming ECU City campus, which will be a dynamic landmark in Perth's CBD.Strong research community:
ECU has a vibrant research community, actively supporting student and staff researchers.Academic Programs:
Other:
Indigenous recognition:
ECU is committed to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff.Industry partnerships:
ECU collaborates with a wide range of industry partners, including businesses, government agencies, and community organizations.Philanthropic support:
The ECU Foundation attracts support from individuals, alumni, and businesses.Employment opportunities:
ECU offers a variety of employment opportunities for staff and graduates.Total programs
243
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
- All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course.
- The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- - AQF Cert IV
- - Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
- - Undergraduate Certificate; Special Tertiary Admissions Test;* University Preparation Course;* Indigenous University Orientation Course;* Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or* Experience Based Entry Scheme.
- For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Students seeking registration with the Paramedicine Board of Australia will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency as specified in their English language skills registration standard.
- These requirements are separate to ECU course admission English language requirements which are detailed below.
- International students are required to provide an IELTS Academic with an overall minimum score of 7.0 (no individual band less than 7.0). Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.
- Acceptable tests are as follows:
- - IELTS Academic with a minimum overall score of 7.0 and a minimum score of 7.0 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or
- - Pearson English Test (PTE) Academic with a minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or
- - TOEFL iBT with a minimum total score of 94 and the following minimum score in each section of the test:
- --> 24 for listening
- --> 24 for reading
- --> 27 for writing
- --> 23 for speaking
- - or Any other accepted test or qualification from a recognised country as defined by the Paramedicine Board of Australia.
- Note: English tests must be completed within 2 years of the proposed course commencement date and additional requirements may apply in relation to acceptable number of test sittings and combined scores across test sittings.
- Minimum English standard requirements for this course may also be satisfied with one of the following:
- - Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent; Special Tertiary Admissions Test;* Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada; University Preparation Course; Indigenous University Orientation Course;* Aboriginal Student Intake Test;* AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree; or Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent).
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